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First phase of J&K polls crucial for PDP's future; Over 41% turnout recorded till 1PM

PDP's stakes are very high in today's elections, as all 16 Assembly constituencies of Kashmir, where polling is going on, are considered strongholds of the party.

Sep 18, 2024

WHO Urges Stronger Policies for Healthier Diets, Activity

The WHO has called for stronger policies to promote healthier diets and increased physical activity due to rising obesity and noncommunicable diseases. Saima Wazed, the Regional Director of WHO South-East Asia, emphasized the need for environments that support healthier choices.

Sep 18, 2024

Who is Atishi, a look at her meteoric rise and brush with controversies

Who is Atishi Marlena: From Educator to Delhi's Youngest Chief Minister

Atishi, a prominent figure in the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), is set to make history as the youngest Chief Minister of Delhi. The 43-year-old's appointment has been approved by the top brass of AAP, marking a significant milestone in her political journey.

Sep 17, 2024

Haryana polls: Congress releases list of 40 candidates, fields Randeep Surjewala's son from Kaithal

J&K election: With first phase campaign ending Monday, Cong still keeps manifesto under wraps

The first phase of the Assembly elections is scheduled for September 18, with campaigning set to conclude 48 hours before polling begins.

Sep 15, 2024

PM Modi to launch BJP's election drive in J&K, starting with Doda on Saturday

Polling in eight Assembly seats of Chenab Valley, comprising Doda, Ramban, and Kishtwar districts, will be held on September 18.

Sep 13, 2024

Civil Aviation Minister inaugurates APMC 2024, aims to build robust aviation landscape

India plans to increase women's participation in aviation sector to 25pc by 2025: Ram Mohan Naidu

Addressing the two-day Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on Civil Aviation (APMC) that will end on Thursday, Ram Mohan Naidu stated that the conference reflects the shared vision of the Asia-Pacific region to build a more connected, resilient and robust aviation landscape.

Sep 12, 2024

North Korea fires missiles into East Sea

North Korea fired multiple SRBMs toward East Sea, says South Korea

According South Korean military, North Korea fires multiple ballistic missiles into East Sea, first launch since July 1

Sep 12, 2024

Adani Ports to develop berth at Gujarat's Kandla Port for multi-purpose cargo

Adani Ports Set to Build New Multi-Purpose Cargo Berth at Kandla Port, Gujarat

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) on Wednesday announced it will develop a multi-purpose berth at Kandla Port in Gujarat.

Sep 11, 2024

9-yr-old racer Atiqa Mir picks up nine places at WSK Super Cup Italy

Nine-year-old Karting Prodigy Atiqa Mir Shines at WSK Super Cup

Atiqa Mir, a nine-year-old karting sensation from Kashmir, recently made her mark at the esteemed World Series Karting (WSK) Super Cup at the Franciacorta Circuit in Italy. Despite a weekend filled with trials, Atiqa's tenacity and racing spirit were evident, hinting at her potential to become a future luminary in the sport.

Sep 11, 2024

Damage control by BJP: Senior leaders dropped, reassigned to key strategic rules

Amid growing resentment in the party against the distribution of tickets, the BJP nominated Sat Sharma as working president. The Party also appointed two ex-Dy CMs namely Dr. Nirmal Singh and Kavinder Gupta on important positions to pacify the seniors.

Sep 10, 2024

Hiring outlook in India up 7 pc for Oct-Dec quarter, strongest globally: Report

The employment outlook in India is the strongest worldwide for the October-December period (Q4 2024), showing significant improvement of 7 per cent compared to the ongoing July-September quarter (Q3), a report showed on Tuesday.

Sep 10, 2024

New Mpox strain poses a notable risk to children: Experts

Mpox Cases Continue at Low Levels, Vaccination Efforts Intensify

The global outbreak of Clade II mpox, primarily spread through intimate contact, continues with a survival rate of over 99%. The CDC suggests that two doses of the mpox vaccine can prevent the disease, and the antiviral drug TPOXX is being tested for treatment.

Sep 9, 2024

BJP finalizes names for all seats of Jammu province, drops stalwarts

Two former Deputy Chief Ministers and five cabinet ministers were dropped as BJP finalized the names of candidates for all 43 seats of Jammu province.

Sep 8, 2024

Representation of J&K people & statehood is most important: Rahul Gandhi

Voice of every Indian taught me something: LoP Rahul on 2nd anniversary of BJY

On the occasion of the second anniversary of the Bharat Jodo Yatra (BJY), Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi shared a heartfelt message on his social media on Saturday, reflecting on the journey.

Sep 7, 2024

Bhindrawale, Congress, and Khalistan: Why Kangana's 'Emergency' faces Sikh ire

Bhindranwale, Congress, and Khalistan: Why Kangana's 'Emergency' faces Sikh ire

The Emergency is still a controversial issue in the Indian polity, and sparks are bound to fly when a controversy-courting actor like Kangana Ranaut seeks to present it onscreen. However, the film's release has been stuck as various Sikh organisations across the country, including the SGPC, take umbrage over the depiction of the community and the Punjab troubles.

Sep 6, 2024

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